Collagen
Summary
Collagen is a health supplement in powder form discussed by the players during the pre-session conversation in Session 3. Abdul uses collagen as an additive to his coffee, describing it as completely tasteless while providing various health benefits. The supplement comes in a 500-gram container and can be purchased through Amazon. The topic sparked an extended out-of-character discussion among the group about health supplements and preparation methods.
Details
According to Abdul, collagen is a tasteless powder that provides health benefits including improved skin, hair, and nails. Abdul adds the powder directly to his coffee as part of his daily routine. The product is readily available for purchase on Amazon, as Abdul mentions when Dayna expresses interest in obtaining some.
The conversation about collagen revealed some initial misconceptions about the supplement's physical form. Brad initially believed collagen was a goo rather than a powder, requiring correction during the discussion. The group also touched on the topic of rendering—the process of separating fat from other components—in relation to collagen preparation, though this was presented in a humorous context rather than as accurate information about commercial collagen production.
Shawn jokingly claimed to have a "collagen guy" who possesses vats of wet, unrendered collagen, a comment clearly made in jest rather than as a serious claim about sourcing the supplement.
History
Session 3
During the pre-session conversation in Session 3, collagen became a topic of discussion when the players talked about Abdul's coffee drinking habits. Abdul explained the supplement's benefits and its tasteless nature, prompting Dayna to express interest in purchasing some. The conversation included humorous asides about sourcing and preparation, with Brad learning that the supplement was a powder rather than the goo they had imagined. The extended discussion of collagen occurred before gameplay began, serving as part of the group's casual pre-session banter.